IOG regional pitch advisors are hosting a free-to-attend pitch improvement educational event for volunteer and professional groundsmen working at grassroots football, rugby and cricket facilities at the University of Leeds on Thursday 10 March from 9am to 3pm.

During the event, ECB pitch advisor Chris Wood will discuss pre-season cricket pitch preparation, while the IOG’s Jason Booth will discuss football and rugby pitch renovation.

Industry supporters include Campey Turfcare Systems, ICL Everris, Fleet Linemarkers, Aitkens, Denis SISIS, Complete Weed Control and Baroness.

Places will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis. Email events@iog.org or call the IOG's Lisa Gregg on 01908 552988 to register.